Today is the World Chocolate Day!

2.2 million tonnes of chocolate and chocolate bars were exported by the EU countries in 2019, 66% of which went to other EU Member States.

Science Communication at its best - Winners of ERC Public Engagement with Research Award announced

How can EU funded researchers communicate their amazing work to the public? Find out how the top three did it.

The new Europass has been launched!

Ready to learn something new? Europass can help learners, workers and job-seekers take the next step in their career in Europe.

€75 million EU financing for CureVac for vaccine development

It will help the company ramp up the development and production of vaccines against infectious diseases, including the coronavirus.

Si tratta di campagne regionali incentrate su un luogo conosciuto per mettere in evidenza le idee e le iniziative che, grazie all'UE, fanno la differenza a livello locale. Queste campagne regionali, dal gusto tipicamente locale e che suscitano un sorriso, si svolgono in collaborazione con le regioni. In Regione Umbria, la campagna di comunicazione Torre degli Sciri di Perugia dura un mese. Grazie all’aiuto dell’ Europa la Torre degli Sciri insieme all’area circostante è stata riqualificata e valorizzate oggi più che mai il segno distintivo della nostra città, capace di proporsi come imperdibile meta turistica.

Οι περιφερειακές εκστρατείες αναπτύσσονται γύρω από έναν οικείο τόπο και δίνουν έμφαση σε ιδέες και πρωτοβουλίες της ΕΕ που έχουν καθοριστική σημασία σε τοπικό επίπεδο. Οι περιφερειακές αυτές εκστρατείες με τοπικό χαρακτήρα και με χαμόγελο διεξάγονται σε συνεργασία με τις περιφέρειες.

Germany in the European Union

On 1 July 2020, Germany took over the presidency of the Council of the EU. Let's discover more about the country!

Organics at a glance

The EU’s organic logo guarantees the quality of all pre-packaged organic food in the EU.

The revamped ‘Have Your Say’ portal is here!

This new version makes it easier for citizens and businesses to give feedback on EU initiatives.

The 2020 Single Market Scoreboard is out!

The smooth functioning of the EU Single Market is essential for citizens and businesses who want to work, travel, shop, invest or do business across borders.

Together for Europe’s recovery

On 1 July, Germany took over the rotating Presidency of the Council of the EU for the next 6 months.

Stronger Together: the EU’s Civil Protection response to Coronavirus

The EU Civil Protection Mechanism is set up to enhance cooperation between its Member and Participating States in the prevention, preparedness and response to emergencies.

Global Goal: Unite for our Future - Highlights

The event mobilised €6.15 billion additional funding, including a €4.9 billion pledge from Team Europe, to ensure equitable access to coronavirus healthcare for all.

Elke regionale campagne heeft een bekende plaats als thema en vestigt de aandacht op door de EU gesteunde ideeën en initiatieven die op lokaal niveau het verschil maken. Deze regionale campagnes met een uitgesproken lokaal en lichtvoetig karakter vinden plaats in samenwerking met de regio’s.

European Skills Agenda for sustainable competitiveness, social fairness and resilience

It is time to make lifelong learning a reality all across Europe and unlock a skills revolution, leaving nobody behind.

Youth Employment Support: A bridge to jobs for the next generation

Young people deserve all possible opportunities to thrive in the green and digital transitions.

Investment Plan for Europe exceeds its €500 billion target ahead of time

The programme aims to give a boost to investment, innovation and job creation in Europe.

Now is the time to provide for the next generation

European youth deserves the best opportunities possible to develop their full potential.

Boosting the green recovery: EU to invest €1 billion in innovative clean technology

The Innovation Fund call for innovative low-carbon technology projects is now open.

Germany's Presidency of the Council of the European Union

The presidency of the Council rotates in an established order among the EU countries every six months.